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Interchangeable lenses, one-of-a-kind size

Raise your photography to the next level with Alpha NEX-6, a remarkably compact interchangeable-lens camera loaded with big camera features. From the distinctive dials on top to the large APS-C image sensor inside, you'll get the quality and performance of a DSLR, minus the bulk. Add Wi-Fi® for effortless transfers, ultra-fast phase-detection AF, and Sony's superb XGA OLED electronic viewfinder in addition to Full HD 60p video recording and you have everything you'll need from a camera that won't weigh you down.

Make your snapshots into photographs.

The 16.1MP APS-C size HD image sensor, the same sensor format that Sony builds into their full-sized DSLRs. With 13 times the area of the typical point-and-shoot image sensor, Sony's APS-C sensor size delivers high resolution, high sensitivity and gorgeous, blurred backgrounds.

Fast Hybrid Autofocus.

The NEX-6 is as fast as the world you're trying to capture. Sony's advanced Fast Hybrid AF combines two technologies for outstanding performance: Phase detection autofocus for quick response that is ideal when tracking fast-moving subjects and contrast-detection autofocus for added precision. It's a perfect match that delivers fast, precise, focusing anywhere and everywhere.

Expert framing.

What you see is what you get with the XGA Tru-Finder™ OLED electronic viewfinder. This eye-level, through-the-lens, viewfinder begins with 2359K dots for amazing resolution and high contrast ratio for massive depth while the OLED reduces motion blur to a bare minimum. See the results of camera adjustments in real time with expert color and detail.

Forget the cable.

Never again be stuck with your photos on your camera instead of where you want them. Built-in Wi-Fi lets you transfer photos directly to smartphones and tablets with the PlayMemories Mobile™, app. Share your photos, view them on large screen TVs, or save them to your PC without the hassle and clutter of cords11.

Dial in total control.

The NEX-6 includes an exposure and control dial, as well as the Fn (function) control button so you can focus on the shot instead of the menus.

The perfect fit.

Unlike conventional cameras, the NEX-6 sports a newly developed Multi-Interface Shoe that dramatically expands compatibility with an array of Handycam® accessories. This compatibility cuts down on duplicate accessories and turns this camera into a full production powerhouse.

Features

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16.1 MP APS-C size HD image sensor

The same sensor format that Sony builds into the full-sized α DSLRs. With 13 times the area of the typical point-and-shoot image sensor, APS-C makes the difference between “snapshots” and “photographs,” delivering an exceptional combination of high resolution, high sensitivity and gorgeous, blurred backgrounds.

There’s never been anything quite like the Tru-Finder™ OLED electronic viewfinder. For size, speed and brightness even after sunset, this is a gem. This eye-level, through-the-lens, viewfinder begins with 2359K dots for amazing resolution and high contrast ratio for incredible depth. OLED reduces motion blur to a bare minimum. You can also see the results of camera adjustments in real time with superb color and detail.

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Wi-Fi® Sharing

Wi-Fi® capability – a first for Alpha-series – lets users transfer photos directly to smartphones and tablets with the PlayMemories Mobile™ app. Wi-Fi capability allows for sharing, viewing and saving photos for expanded photo-shooting enjoyment. Photos can be easily transferred to smartphones and tablets, viewed on large screen TVs or saved to PC’s.12

Supports PlayMemories Camera Apps, the world’s first application download service that lets users install new camera functions as needed.11

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New Multi-Interface Shoe

Unlike conventional cameras, the NEX-6 features a newly developed Multi-Interface Shoe that dramatically expands compatibility with Handycam® accessories, thus raising the potential for photo/movie shooting.

A built-in Guide Number 6 flash is located on top of the camera.2 It is ideal for shooting in dimly lit settings and can be used as a fill flash when shooting in bright sunshine or to produce catch lights in portraits. The flash combines with ultra-high ISO 2500 and a large APS-C HD CMOS sensor for stunningly beautiful low-light photos.

The Photo Creativity interface enables you to easily enjoy the creative expression of SLR-quality digital imaging without the complicated settings. Changes can be easily made using the control dial with results seen in real time on the LCD. Settings include; Background Defocus, Brightness, Color, Vividness and most Picture Effects.

High Dynamic Range (HDR) photography captures more scene contrast than a single exposure can handle by combining the best highlight detail from one shot and the best shadow detail from another for one incredible shot. Until recently, you needed a computer and editing software. Sony builds HDR in. Handles severe backlighting and other high-contrast scenes. Captures in a split second. (Recommended for still subjects.)

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6-image layering

The camera leverages the large, APS-C image sensor and captures six images in a fraction of a second. The camera then combines the data from the 6 different images up to ISO 25600 to create a single image. This method is used to control blur in Anti-Motion Blur mode or to get cleaner, sharper nighttime pictures in Hand-held Twilight mode.

Corrects for subject movement to capture amazingly clean and sharp images in low light. The camera leverages the large, APS-C image sensor and captures six images in a fraction of a second. Combining the data from all six creates a single image that minimizes subject blur.

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Intelligent Auto Focus

Pre-focuses as you compose the shot, further reducing focusing time to a bare minimum.

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Peaking AF display

The Peaking AF display makes precise manual focusing much easier by highlighting the edges that are in focus in your choice of three colors (white, red, or yellow). This is especially helpful during macro or portrait photography where your focal plane can make or break your shot.

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Manual Focus Assist

Greatly magnifies the viewfinder image when you touch the focus ring, making it easy to get razor-sharp images. Works with E-mount lenses only.

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Enhanced Tracking Focus

Tracking Focus continuously tracks a user-designated subject and is now more effective at tracking people. If the subject turns away from the camera, face-detection tracking automatically switches to subject tracking and continues tracking.

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Face Detection technology

The camera can automatically detect up to eight individual faces and adjust focus, exposure, white balance and flash to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends. Can prioritize children or adults.

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Smile Shutter™ technology

Captures a smile the moment it happens. Simply select the Smile Shutter™ mode and the camera takes the picture automatically. You can prioritize children or adults and adjust the smile sensitivity.

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D-Range Optimizer (DRO)

Improves results with backlit subjects and recovers details hidden in shadows. Settings include Auto, Level with a choice of five operating levels and Off.

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Creative Styles (6 modes)

Control how the camera processes your images with six finishing styles: Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset and B&W. You can even fine-tune contrast, saturation, and sharpness to your personal taste.

The same sensor format that Sony builds into the full-sized α DSLRs. With 13 times the area of the typical point-and-shoot image sensor, APS-C makes the difference between “snapshots” and “photographs,” delivering an exceptional combination of high resolution, high sensitivity and gorgeous, blurred backgrounds.

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6-image layering

The camera leverages the large, APS-C image sensor and captures six images in a fraction of a second. The camera then combines the data from the 6 different images up to ISO 25600 to create a single image. This method is used to control blur in Anti-Motion Blur mode or to get cleaner, sharper nighttime pictures in Hand-held Twilight mode.

Weights and Measurements

Wi-Fi

PlayMemories Camera Apps : Yes

View on TV : Yes

Send to Computer : Yes

View on Smartphone : Yes

Rated 4 out of 5 by 6
reviewers.

Rated 5 out of 5 by Septagenarian Liked it so much I bought a second
I now carry a pair of NEX-6,. one with the telephoto, the other with a wide angle, so I'm ready for any shot. The whole package weighs and cost less than my old "Pro" SLR kit. The quality of images is generally the same,
I have no problem with the plastic case, but I do wish they were weather sealed and had sensor motion stabilization. This camera could be better, but at this price, it must be the best value around. I have been a serious photographer for 65 years.
January 22, 2014

Rated 5 out of 5 by garyabq Works very well
I bought this camera to test out shooting manual focus lenses (Leica) with focus peaking. I bought the Voigtlander Leica M to Sony E mount adapter and I've been shooting my Leica glass to see how accurate focus peaking is. With most Leica glass it has been perfect. I am nailing about 95% of shots which is a much higher percentage than shooting with my M9. In lower light situations the focus peaking is a little weak but overall I've been very pleased. This camera works particularly well with the Voigtlander 35mm f1.2 lens and the Leica 75mm APO Summicron lens. I've also been very pleased with the Auto WB… much much better than my M9. I am now looking forward to trying my Leica glass on the new A7r.
As an aside, I'd read that the NEX menus were annoying to many of the reviewers. While the Sony NEX menus are a little long, I did not have any problems adapting to the menus. Overall this has been a very nice little camera to use. Even the plastic body feels pretty solid. I highly recommend it.
December 1, 2013

Rated 5 out of 5 by DadWithCamera Sweet spot
I'm very pleased with this camera. It has all the features I want and takes great pictures at a competitive price. I love the combo with the sony f 1.8 35mm lens.
June 7, 2013

Rated 4 out of 5 by lporrel Great except...
A great camera, but it lacks Auto ISO functionality in M mode. Even the Canon T3i has this feature. I wonder if this is something that could be amended in a firmware update. The addition of this feature would make M mode much more useful and elevate the camera to five starts out of five.
August 15, 2013

Rated 1 out of 5 by E2Ws Missing the obvious
Does not support tethered capture to laptop. Since there's no real technical reason for this, it seems to be an oversight or a marketing decision. As such, the camera does not suit my needs and I returned it.
Really, really disappointed.
May 28, 2013

Rated 4 out of 5 by ponder awesome pocket camera
Thw NEX 6 with the Carl Zeiss 50X zoom from the HX 300 cyber-shot would make an awesome pocket camera.
July 31, 2013